Mardakote - Dharakote, Ganjam
Mardakote is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from Badagada and around 85 km from Chatrapur. Machhakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mardakote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardakote is 411169. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mardakote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mardakote
As per Census 2011, Mardakote village has a total population of 137 people, consisting of 68 males and 69 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mardakote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 68 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 53 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Mardakote
Mardakote is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mardakote
Mardakote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Mardakote is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Mardakote is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mardakote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardakote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mardakote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardakote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mardakote
Where is Mardakote located?
Mardakote village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardakote?
The Gram Panchayat of Mardakote is Machhakote.
What is the pincode of Mardakote?
The pincode of Mardakote is 761109.
What is the population of Mardakote?
Mardakote has a total population of 137, including 68 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Mardakote?
There are 36 households in Mardakote.
What is the literacy rate in Mardakote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardakote is 24.09%. Male literacy is 22.06% and female literacy is 26.09%.